[Resolved] Got a blank key - how to program for 1993 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC?

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Cosmokid
Member since October 2021 • 21 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 1993 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC for key programming?

Posted on April 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Xenoking
Member • 146 posts

Been stuck with my 1993 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC for weeks. This might be the fix.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 65 posts

My 1993 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 60 posts

Really need the key code for my 1993 Mercedes Benz 500 SEC, thanks for sharing!

April 29, 2025 Reply

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